The Robe of Skulls: The First Tale from the Five Kingdoms (Tales from the Five Kingdoms) by Vivian French Paperback Book

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Rent The Robe of Skulls: The First Tale from the Five Kingdoms (Tales from the Five Kingdoms)

Author: Vivian French

Format: Quality Paperback

Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)

Published: Apr 2009

Genre: Children & Young Adults Fiction - Fairy Tales & Folklore

Retail Price: $8.99

Ages: 08 - 09

Pages: 208

Synopsis

'A romp filled with language play and just plain nonsense. . . . Everyone gets his, her, or its due; goodness is rewarded; and evil punished oh-so-wickedly.' — The Horn Book

High above the mountain village of Fracture, trouble is brewing. The sorceress Lady Lamorna wants a skull-studded gown of deep black velvet, but her treasure chest is empty of gold. That doesn't stop her, however, from kidnapping, blackmailing, and using more than a little magic to get what she needs. Will her plans be foiled by the heroic Gracie Gillypot, two chatty bats, a gallant (if scruffy) prince, the wickedest stepsister ever, a troll with a grudge, and some very ancient crones?

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